The International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (UIAA) and Fixe, a renowned brand specialising in climbing and mountain gear, have signed two collaboration agreements:
- The agreements reinforce both parties’ commitment to innovation, safety, and the development of climbing at an international level.
- The technical team and staff of the UIAA Ice Climbing World Tour will use Fixe ropes, carabiners, anchors, harnesses and helmets.
Fixe Becomes Technical Partner of the UIAA
After several years of close collaboration between the UIAA and Fixe through the UIAA Safety Commission — where discussions on equipment development and UIAA certification standards take place — the positive synergy between the two parties has now culminated in an agreement whereby Fixe will become a technical partner of the UIAA.
This agreement will allow Fixe to take a more active role in supporting the UIAA and its network of national federations.
The partnership strengthens the commitment of both organisations to innovation, safety, and the global development of climbing, and aims to bring these aspects closer to national federations responsible for regulating and promoting the sport in their respective countries.
“For Fixe, these agreements coincide with the beginning of a new phase for the company. Over the past five years, we’ve worked hard to fully renew our most important product families: ropes, anchors, carabiners, slings and harnesses. Through these two agreements, we can bring all this effort and dedication to the people who truly live and breathe this sport,” says Toni Domingo, Head of Marketing and Back Office at Fixe.
“We are delighted to announce Fixe as a new technical partner of the UIAA. As part of the agreement, Fixe will provide both financial support and in terms of the UIAA’s competition sport arm, with the equipment used by all officials and technical delegates. The UIAA continues to work hard in securing partnerships with respected global brands – like Fixe – whose own vision aligns with that of the UIAA. Together we will continue to raise the profile of mountain safety topics.”
André von Rotz, UIAA CEO
Official Technical Partner of the Ice Climbing World Tour
The competitive ice climbing season — including the UIAA Ice Climbing World Cups, the UIAA Ice Climbing World Youth Championships, and various continental and youth events— will bring together the world’s top climbers across a circuit that spans ten countries and 11 events:
2026 UIAA Ice Climbing World Cups
- Cheongsong, South Korea – 9–11 January
- Saas-Fee, Switzerland – 22–24 January
- Longmont, United States – 20–22 February
- Edmonton, Canada – 27 February to 1 March
World Youth Championships
- Malbun, Liechtenstein – 6–8 February
Continental Cups & Youth Events
- Bern, Switzerland – 22 November
- Žilina, Slovakia (youth categories) – 29 November
- Brno, Czech Republic (youth categories) – 6 December
- Utrecht, Netherlands (youth categories) – 13 December
- Malbun, Liechtenstein (youth categories) – 8 February
- Sunderland, England (youth categories) – 14–15 February
- Oulu, Finland (youth categories) – 7 March
The technical staff and teams at each World Cup event will use Fixe ropes, carabiners, anchors, harnesses, and helmets, with the brand covering all organisational needs in these product categories. Additionally, the world’s top ice climbers will use Fixe ropes, carabiners, and belay stations throughout the circuit.
Each event will also feature numerous Fixe gear giveaways and raffles for spectators. One of Fixe’s ropes will be named the official rope of the international circuit, with the specific model to be announced soon.
“The 2025-2026 UIAA Ice Climbing World Tour will celebrate a return to the roots of the sport and continue to expand its global reach. Athletes and fans alike can look forward to an exciting year of competition which includes four World Cups and a World Youth Championships and elevated by the agreement with a new official technical partner in Fixe to ensure the highest safety standards.”
JoAnne Carilli-Stevenson, Chair, World Ice Climbing Board
About the UIAA
Founded in 1932, the UIAA (Union Internationale des Associations d’Alpinisme) is the international governing body for national climbing and mountaineering federations. In addition to hosting high-level competitions, the UIAA develops safety standards and promotes sustainable access to mountain environments worldwide.
About Fixe
Fixe was founded in 1983 in Catalonia, specifically in Sant Quirze de Besora (Barcelona), surrounded by iconic climbing areas such as Montserrat, Terradets, and Siurana. Since its inception, the brand has specialised in designing and manufacturing climbing equipment. It is globally recognised as a leader in anchors and ropes.
Further Resources
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